Food STRAWBERRY B FIELDS FOREVER Source: allrecipes.com Celebrate the Strawberry with Delicious Treats and Drinks COMPILED BY MARK ANDERSON The appeal of the strawberry is hard to deny. Its bright red and green colors, its crisp and refreshing taste and its versatility in recipes - it comes as no surprise that the strawberry is one of the most popular fruits around the world. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Americans eat more than five pounds of strawberries each year - that's a lot of berries! Here in The Villages, the Brownwood Strawberry Festival is a celebration of the delicious red fruit. Vendors pack the square with strawberry-themed baked goods and treats, and Villagers can take home containers full of fresh strawberries to use in their own culinary creations. Here are some strawberry drinks, treats, confections and more to try the next time you have a sweet tooth. Check out The Villages Strawberry Festival on February 21 at Brownwood Paddock Square. 68 FEBRUARY 2020http://www.allrecipes.com